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BORDER MAGIC

BORDER MAGIC

Border Magic franchises enable operators to provide high-quality custom concrete curbing, trim, and edging services under the Border Magic brand and proprietary system. Franchisees follow standardized methods, procedures, and specifications outlined in the operations manual to deliver these landscaping services. The target market includes residential, commercial, and industrial consumers.

Since 2002ServicesWaco, TXwww.bordermagic.com
No Item 19SBA Loan Data

Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.

Overview

Investment
$138,215 - $162,330
Franchise Fee
$63,000
Locations
32

Financial Requirements

Franchise Fee$63,000
Initial Investment Range$138,215 - $162,330
Royalty Rate7.00%
Brand FundN/A
Fixed Monthly Fees$65 - $375

7% royalty (or min $750-$1,500/mo) + $65-175/mo technology + $0-200/mo marketing

Franchise Stats

Franchise Locations32
Corporate Locations0
States Operating30
Franchising Since2002
FDD Year2025

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

This franchise did not provide Item 19 financial performance data.

Be careful if you are interested in investing. The lack of financial performance representations may indicate limited data or varying results across franchises.

Extracted Item 19 Section

How BORDER MAGIC Compares to Other Home Services Franchises

Key Insights

  • Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Home Services
FranchiseInvestment RangeFranchise FeeRoyaltyLocations
BORDER MAGIC
Current
$138K - $162K$63K7.0%32
MERRY MAIDS$127K - $166K$55K7.0%933
HOLIDAY LIGHTING HEROES$150K - $177K$127K10.0%653
SIGN GYPSIES$4K - $5K$1KN/A587
MOSQUITO AUTHORITY$54K - $128K$45K10.0%546
Culligan$130K - $814K$40K2.0%460
Home Services Average
129 franchises
$144K - $289K$53K7.0%-

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 129 Home Services franchises by location count.

Locations & Growth

Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2024)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States by Outlet Count
1IL
4
2IN
4
3TX
3
4FL
2
5OH
2
6GA
2
7IA
2
8PA
2
9WI
1
10DE
1
11ID
1
12KS
1
13KY
1
14MO
1
15NC
1

+14 more states

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for BORDER MAGIC franchisees (2017 - 2025)

Total Loans
10
Average Loan Amount
$140,280
Total Loan Volume
$1,402,800
Default Rate
10.0%

Loans by Year

* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.

Franchisee Contacts

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Litigation Cases0

No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations
1
Non-Renewals
2
Reacquired by Franchisor
0
Ceased Operations (Other)
5
System Transfers
1
Sold to Franchisees
0
Projected New Franchises
12

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a BORDER MAGIC franchise?

The total initial investment to open a BORDER MAGIC franchise ranges from $138,215 to $162,330. This includes a franchise fee of $63,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 7.0% of gross sales.

How many BORDER MAGIC franchise locations are there?

As of the 2025 FDD, BORDER MAGIC has 32 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2002.

Can you get an SBA loan for a BORDER MAGIC franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for BORDER MAGIC franchises. Historical data shows 10 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for BORDER MAGIC franchisees, with an average loan amount of $140,280. The historical default rate is 10.0%.

Is BORDER MAGIC a good franchise to buy?

Whether BORDER MAGIC is a good franchise investment depends on your personal goals, available capital, and local market conditions. We recommend reviewing the full FDD, speaking with existing franchisees listed in Item 20, and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

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